Nokia N95 Software Version 21.0.016 Released

This software version includes Flash Lite 3 support (enabling users to watch Flash video web sites such as YouTube) and Widget support. The release also includes standby-time improvements and improvements to Bluetooth headset interoperability.

Nokia N96 Is Coming To Town!

Since I'm kinda late in reporting this article, I better not delay and just show you N95's or shall I say N81's successor, the Nokia N96, a sure fusion of N95 and N81!

Hooray, finally a REAL music phone with 5Mpx auto focus camera from Nokia! Though pictures reveal that this N81 look alike does not have xenon flash but instead, Nokia decided to place 2 LED flash.. Hmmm, if it weren't for the xenon flash from N82 and its kinda plain bar form factor and keypad layout.. I guess I'll just have to choose between design + newer OS and xenon flash at the end.

By the way, look at how the stereo loudspeakers are positioned, they are just on the phones right side, on the edgy corners. Also, pay attention to the improved numerical keypad layout, particulary the 1, 2 and 3 buttons - they now have more enough space above, yipee! Next up, what happened to the iPod like navigation pad or N81's navi-wheel and N-Gage dedicated buttons up that bigger screen, GONE - oh men?! And finally, do you see the "Open" softkey in the middle, it can only mean either Symbian 9.3 or 9.5!

Last but the most amusing part - hey, did I hear N96 sayin..

- Look Mom N95/N81, I can stand! LOL =)

HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE!!!

emTube - The Better YouTube Player For S60 Phones!

Since Sittiphol Phanvilai's MobiTubia were announced as the grand prize winner at Forum Nokia's Open C Challenge, a number of competitors (if I may say) are just around corners. Apparently the latter (is in progress) and Samir's YTPlayer aren't that fully featured yet to play most of the YouTube videos currently found on their desktop version.

So if you are looking for a more featured YouTube player for your S60 phone, save your time and look no further - here comes emTube - emTube allows you to browse (by search, by featured video, by top rated videos and by most viewed videos), view and download YouTube videos or playback a locally stored file.

Full feature list:

emTube is an application for Symbian S60 3rd edition phones that allows you to:

Search and browse videos on YouTube. Download selected videos onto your phone. Stream FlashVideo files directly from YouTube. Play local FlashVideo files. Other features: - Audio and position control during playback. - Normal and full screen (portrait and landscape mode) video playback. - Ability to use built in accelerometer to rotate video between portrait/landscape mode.

Main view:

Search results:

Settings:

Video playback:

Head on to emTube's portal to download this great freeware!

A Glimpse Of Nokia's S60 Feature Pack 2

OMG! I'm really not that surprise of the screenshots but instead I'm reacting on one of the shots down there. If you've been an avid reader of my blog, you've probably have notice that I've been eagerly waiting for Nokia 5700's successor! Well anyway, here are the screenshots of S60 Feature Pack 2. Look at how the third softkey (in the middle) was implemented, just like the ones in S40, NICE! And of course, the used theme, it reminds me of XpressMusic wallpapers found on 5310 and 5610! More to the point, FlashLite 3 will be pre-installed on devices running S60 FP2 which means we'll have native support for YouTube videos, YIPPEE!

Hmmm, 5710, are you for real or simply a renamed bluetooth device's name?

Mobile Detective Adventure Begins On N-Gage

Meet the world's first mobile detective with Dirk Spanner and the Fallen Idol

Espoo, Finland - Hollywood's classic Film Noir world creates an atmospheric backdrop for this story-driven detective game. Dirk Spanner and the Fallen Idol by Nokia Games Publishing brings classic detective gaming onto mobile devices with unique twists and turns around every corner.

Set in the stylish, yet seedy fictional city of New Haven, Dirk Spanner and the Fallen Idol comes to life through its comic book ambiance. Gripping yet funny stories of conflicts, romance and deception with plenty of movie stars, rip-offs, double-crosses, wigs and moustaches make this an entertaining game that will engage novices through to the most experienced game players.

"Dirk Spanner and the Fallen Idol will re-introduce the long forgotten detective game genre for mobile devices," said Dr Mark Ollila, Director of Technology and Strategy and Head of Games Publishing, Nokia. "With the combination of stunning visuals and enthralling storylines, players cannot help but be spellbound by this game."

Featuring Dirk as the lead private eye, players are propelled into mysterious adventures, battling an array of femme fatales and gangsters. From solving the mystery of a stolen statue and a brutal murder, to uncovering the case of an accidental penguin-related death, Dirk will not rest until the case is solved.

Players guide Dirk through mysterious assignments using the unique one-button, camera-based controls, giving players an intuitive way of exploring the city of New Haven. A jazzy soundtrack helps set the mood for each stage of the game.

Dirk Spanner and the Fallen Idol is expected to be available in the first half of 2008.

About N-Gage

N-Gage is a made-for-mobile games service available in compatible Nokia Nseries and other S60 3rd Edition devices from Nokia. N-Gage makes it easy to find, try, buy, play and manage high-quality mobile games as well as connect to friends and other players in the N-Gage Arena, Nokia's mobile gaming community. Nokia is working with the world's leading publishers to deliver a broad portfolio of games. www.n-gage.com

via [Press release]

All Black Nokia N82

Looks like an official set of press release photos! One word - stunning!


Nokia N82 Technical Specs:

• System: WCDMA2100 (HSDPA), EGSM900, GSM850/1800/1900 MHz (EGPRS)
• User Interface: S60 3rd Edition
• Dimensions: 112 x 50.2 x 17.3 mm(L x W x H) • Weight:114 g
• Display: 2.4 inch QVGA (240 x 320 pixels) with up to 16.7 million colors
• Battery: Nokia Battery BP-6MT, 1050 mAh
• Memory: Up to 100MB internal dynamic memory and 2GB microSD memory card in standard sales package

Main Camera

• Image capture: Up to 5 megapixels (2592 x 1944) JPEG/EXIF (16.7 million/24-bit color)
• Video capture: MPEG-4 VGA (640 x 480) at up to 30 fps (16.7 million/24-bit color)
• Video playback: MPEG4 VGA @ up to 30 fps, AVC CIF @ up to 30 fps, RealVideoQCIF @ up to 30 fps scaled to QVGA on device, or VGA in TV-out mode
• Sensor: 1/2.5”, CMOS 5 megapixels
• F number/Apert.:F2.8
• Focal length: 5.6 mm (35 mm equivalent)
• Focus range: 10 cm to infinity
• Shutter: Mechanical
• Close-up mode: 10 to 50 cm
• Digital zoom: Up to 20x (still image), 10x (video)
• Flash: Xenon flash

Operating Times

• Talk time: Up to 260 min (GSM), 190 min (WCDMA)
• Standby time: Up to 225 hrs (GSM), 210 hrs (WCDMA)
• Still images: Up to 290 pictures (with flash)
• Video capture: Up to 110 min (VGA, 30fps)
• Video playback: Up to 200 min (VGA, 30fps)
• Music playback: Up to 10 hours (offline mode)
• Video call: Up to 120 mins

Connectivity & Data Services

• WLAN IEEE 802.11b/g with UPnP support
• Micro-USB with USB 2.0 Full Speed
• 3.5mm stereo headphone plug (Nokia AV Connector 3.5mm) and TV out support (PAL/NTSC)
• Bluetooth wireless technology 2.0 with A2DP stereo audio

Nokia XpressMusic TV Commercial

Have you seen this TV ad yet? Well if you haven't and a big fan of Nokia's XpressMusic line, here's a dose for ya! It shows the new Nokia 5310 and the best Symbian XpressMusic smartphone to date, Nokia 5700 Transformers Edition.



By the way, the guy in that commercial kinda like reminds me of my current hairstyle.. Though we definitely do not share the same height, i'm tad taller IMHO lol! Hehe.

YTPlayer - YouTube Player For Your Mobile!

YTPlayer is a beta version of a YouTube's video player.

Before using it you need to install the FlashLite 3 Player on your phone.

This version is only for testing purpose, it load and stream videos from YouTube. Choose a video by using the joypad.

What to expect in the next versions:

• Allow multiple words for search (in this beta you can enter only one word)
• Add controls (play, pause, rewind)
• Allow returning to video menu selection (now you have to re-open the file)
• Add more services (dailymotion, google video...)
• Improve the audio/video synchronization
• Make it work in portrait and landscape modes (now it's optimized only for landscape orientation)
• And a lot other things..

Download

Creebies Your Virtual Pet Find Their Way Onto N-Gage

Espoo, Finland - Nokia now offers a world of virtual pet-care so your pet is never left alone again. Creebies, available through the N-Gage mobile games service, gives each player their own 3D Creebi to care for, entertain, feed and even breed!

Supplied with a trailer and some virtual cash, you can customize your new friend and home with various accessories. Soon, the 3D pet will take on its own personality and appearance based on the attention it receives. With care, the pet will grow and become more independent. However, make sure to keep an eye on its individual health meters, which will let you know when its hungry or feeling ill.

"Nokia Games Publishing has brought a quirky game to N-Gage that appeal to all ages," said Dr Mark Ollila, Director of Technology and Strategy and Head of Games Publishing, Nokia. "With Creebies anyone can have the pleasure of owning a pet without the trouble of cleaning up the mess."

Your Creebi can also interact with other Creebies via Bluetooth technology - for instance, they can play games together or even breed. Players can show off their newborns to others or send them to new homes through the Adoption Center in the N-Gage Arena.

Creebies is expected to be available in early 2008.

via: [Press release]

Nokia E90 Quaked!

Right after N95, Quake's latest victim is the business minded E90. No excuses LOL! Gee, I love that widescreen view..

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Coming To N-Gage!

THQ Wireless, Lucasfilm Ltd., and LucasArts to bring Star Wars: The Force Unleashed(TM) to N-Gage

Espoo, Finland - Nokia, THQ Wireless, Lucasfilm, and LucasArts today revealed that Star Wars: The Force Unleashed is coming to N-Gage, Nokia's next generation mobile gaming platform in 2008.

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed casts players as Darth Vader's "Secret Apprentice" and promises to unveil new revelations about the Star Wars galaxy. The game's expansive story is set during the largely unexplored era between Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope.

The mobile version of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed is in development by THQ's Finland-based studio, Universomo. Using Cell Weaver(TM) technology, the game lets the player harness the Force while assisting Darth Vader in his quest to rid the universe of Jedi - and face decisions that could change the course of their destiny.

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Mobile game provides players with unique community features, including tournaments, score uploads and downloadable content, through N-Gage Arena services.

"We're proud to be able to deliver the next chapter in the Star Wars saga on the N-Gage platform," said Gregg Sauter, Director, Publishing, Nokia. "Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Mobile game will take advantage of the N-Gage platform's robust native development environment to provide the ultimate mobile gaming experience, including powerful graphics, connectivity and community elements."

"THQ Wireless is dedicated to creating an awesome mobile Star Wars experience that delivers on the concept of unleashing the Force. The N-Gage platform makes it possible for us to release a rich mobile gaming experience to entertain as wide an audience as possible on N-Gage compatible devices," said Adam Comisky, vice president of THQ Wireless.

"The launch of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed will be a major entertainment event in 2008, and bringing the game to the N-Gage mobile gaming platform is a big part of that because it means that millions of people around the world will be able to access the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed world right in the palm of their hand," said Howard Roffman, President of Lucas Licensing.

[via: Press release]

Video: Nokia E51

One great hands-on of Nokia's latest Eseries phone, E51.

Nokia N82 Support Pages - Now Up!

You've heard seen that right! As with some lucky countries, Nokia N82 is already available in the shops, but since we are not all that lucky, at least you get to download Nokia N82's manual and get some more facts about the next imaging king!

Link here!

By the way, here are some video samples captured by N82 itself:

And finally, a video preview!

Nokia N95 Firmware Version 20.0.015 Released

Not to be left out by its successor N95 8GB, the very first N95 (a.k.a. N95-1) also gets a dose of an improved software. Change log right after the jump below impromptu, whew!

Nokia N95 Software version 20.0.015 released - 26 November 2007

This software version includes battery, stability & performance improvements enabling you to run faster and longer - giving you up to three more hours of music (up to 30% increase, from 9h to 12h of music playback). This release also includes a new version of Nokia Maps which provides faster positioning, faster Map Loader, and free 3-day navigation. Free N-Gage demo games are included and other games are available via Download! With the Nokia Music Store now live in the United Kingdom, users can enjoy the convenience of instant over-the-air downloads, regardless of where they are.

Fresh Nokia N82 Pictures

If you're wondrin' how Nokia N82 looks like beside N95, whether N82 is really way bigger or not, fatter or skinnier, the pics below will surely tell LOL! I hope those keys are comfortable enough.. =)

Nokia N95 8GB, E65 & E61i New Firmware Updates!

Nokia N95 8GB Software version 11.0.026 released - 22 November 2007

This software version includes performance and stability improvements to the browser and Nokia maps.

Nokia E65/E61i software version 2.0633.65.01 released - 19 November 2007

This version includes improvements in Browser, W-LAN and VOIP

functionality and usability.

The release also includes Bluetooth,

messaging and calendar improvements as well as some new themes.

MiniSpeaker - Reads The Texts You Type!

MiniSpeaker is a very simple program which reads the text you type. It uses the the TtsPlayer class from SymbianExample. Download it from here (only the .sisx file) or here (including the source). This program is based on an undocumented feature so it may not work on your device. Also, in my brother's N80 it doesn't work with non-English words.

Nokia N82 - It's What Cameras Have Become!

Nokia introduces a leading edge connected camera, navigation device and multimedia computer in one

Espoo, Finland - Nokia unveils the Nokia N82, the latest multimedia computer optimized for photography, navigation and internet connectivity. With the tools to discover the places and moments worth capturing, and the capabilities to capture and share them instantaneously, the Nokia N82 offers photography enthusiasts an enhanced camera experience.

Discover, capture and share

The Nokia N82 enables you to explore your surroundings and find your way with navigation and routing; document your adventures with the high quality imaging capabilities; and instantly share your experiences with one click upload to the web.

Featuring A-GPS, 5 megapixel camera, Xenon flash, Carl Zeiss optics and internet connectivity, the Nokia N82 also incorporates all the multimedia computer features common to Nokia Nseries. Like its predecessor the Nokia N95, the Nokia N82 is the latest epitome of a truly converged device that is not one thing but is many.

"The evolution of camera capabilities in mobile devices has been extremely fast over the past years. With the Nokia N82 we have reached such a superior level in image quality, speed and ease of use that not only does it outperform any other cameraphone on the market, but it's also a very credible alternative for single purpose digital still cameras," says Satu Ehrnrooth, head of Nokia Nseries Cameras Category, Multimedia, Nokia. "In addition to the high-end camera, the Nokia N82 also enables you to navigate and discover new places, enjoy your music, browse the web, play games, chat online and be part of the global web 2.0 community wherever you go. Thanks to the wireless broadband connectivity, convergence and yet again increased performance, the Nokia N82 is all you need in your pocket!"

Discover the world

The powerful A-GPS and preinstalled* Nokia Maps help you explore and locate new places, whether in another country or just around the corner. All Nokia N82 standard sales packages come with a free voice guided navigation trial*, and you can purchase additional features, such as city guides and longer subscription to the navigation.

With access to more than 15 million points of interest, you can locate and navigate to the most interesting sights, bars or restaurants wherever you are. You can also send map excerpts and routes to friends by MMS or save map screen shots to the gallery.

Capture your experiences

With a 5 megapixel camera, powerful Xenon flash and Carl Zeiss optics, the Nokia N82 delivers remarkably vivid photographs, even in low-light conditions. Fast camera activation, autofocus with a dedicated autofocus assist lamp, fast reloading between shots and DVD-like quality video capture make it a truly convenient and credible tool for capturing and telling your life stories.

Thanks to the 2GB microSD card in the standard Nokia N82 sales package*, you can store up to 900 high-resolution photos or up to 84 minutes of high quality video on the device.

"The Nokia N82 gives the best ever camera and navigation experience in one stylish premium device. Just imagine what kind of possibilities this will open up and how much richer your every day life experiences can be! The sophisticated design and glossy looks appeal to men and women who are conscious of their style and want to impress with the latest in technology," Satu Ehrnrooth continues.

Share your stories

With high speed Wi-Fi connectivity and one-click upload to online communities, the Nokia N82 makes sharing your experiences and discoveries easy. When viewing a picture or video, simply one press of a button starts uploading it while you carry on using the device for other purposes.

Or you can impress your friends with multimedia slideshows - complete with music and effects - on the high resolution display or on a compatible TV.

The Nokia N82 comes with the new content driven 3D multimedia menu and includes a convenient orientation sensor that rotates the user interface automatically between horizontal and portrait mode. For quick and easy access to entertainment content, the Nokia N82 also supports the Ovi family of Nokia internet services, including Nokia Music Store, N-Gage games** and Nokia Maps.

The Nokia N82 is available now in key markets with an estimated, pre-tax, unsubsidized sales price of approximately 450 euros.


Technical Specifications here

Full Features List here

[via: Press release]